Relief for Bungoma residents as Lusaka delivers CT Scan machine to referral hospital
Bungoma County has recorded a major milestone in strengthening its healthcare system following the delivery of a modern Computed Tomography Scanner (CT scan) machine to Bungoma County Referral Hospital (BCRH), a key pledge under Governor Kenneth Lusaka’s health agenda.
The advanced imaging equipment, secured through the National Equipment Services Programme (NESP), marks a significant step in enhancing diagnostic capacity within the county.
The programme is a collaborative initiative between the national and county governments aimed at improving access to critical medical equipment and easing the burden of referrals.
A CT scan machine uses rotating X-ray beams to generate detailed, three-dimensional images of internal body structures, enabling faster and more accurate detection of injuries, tumors, infections, and other serious conditions.
Once fully installed at BCRH, the machine is expected to drastically reduce the number of patients referred to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, a process that has often proven costly and time-consuming for patients and their families.
Speaking during the handover, BCRH Medical Superintendent Dr. Simon Kisaka described the acquisition as a transformative milestone for the facility.
He noted that the hospital’s emergency department has been grappling with high volumes of trauma cases, which have been expensive to manage due to limited diagnostic capacity.
“This machine will be a huge relief to our patients and will significantly reduce the burden they have been facing. We are grateful to the Governor for ensuring its acquisition,” said Dr. Kisaka.
He added that the hospital’s radiology unit will now offer a comprehensive range of services under one roof, including CT scans, ultrasound, X-ray, ECG, mammography, echocardiography, and oncology care, signaling a major leap towards integrated and specialized treatment.
Health Department Administrator Robert Mose also lauded the county leadership for the investment, noting that the new equipment will cut healthcare costs and improve service delivery.
Both officials urged residents to register with the Social Health Authority (SHA), emphasizing that CT scan services are costly and that enrollment will enable more residents to access the life-saving diagnostics affordably.
The development positions Bungoma as an emerging regional hub for advanced medical services, reinforcing the county’s commitment to accessible, quality, and affordable healthcare.
